is a private dam located in Hamilton, Florida, along the Swift Creek. This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 28 feet. It serves primarily for tailings storage, with a storage capacity of 12,590 acre-feet and a surface area of 577 acres. The dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 64 feet and a maximum discharge of 220 cubic feet per second.
Despite its significant hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, Sa 1 S.C. has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection took place in September 2005, with no information available on the inspection frequency or any emergency action plan prepared. The dam is regulated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. With its location in a high-risk area and the lack of recent assessment data, stakeholders and enthusiasts in water resource and climate management should closely monitor the safety and maintenance of Sa 1 S.C. to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Dam Length |
19500 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
SWIFT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
577 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.82 |
Nid Storage |
12590 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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